How To Fix KE165 - &1 objects were sent to &2 logical system(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 165

• Message text: &1 objects were sent to &2 logical system(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE165 - &1 objects were sent to &2 logical system(s) ?

  The SAP error message KE165 indicates that there is an issue with the distribution of CO (Controlling) objects to logical systems. This error typically occurs when you are trying to distribute CO documents or master data to a logical system, and there is a problem with the configuration or the data itself.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The logical system may not be correctly configured in the system settings.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The master data required for the distribution may be missing or incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the distribution.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent successful distribution.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the connection to the logical system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logical System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the logical systems are correctly defined in the SAP system. You can check this in transaction SALE (SAP Customizing Implementation Guide) under Basic Settings > Logical Systems.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary master data (e.g., cost centers, internal orders) is available and correctly maintained in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the distribution. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Use transaction KOB1 or KOB2 to analyze the CO documents and check for any inconsistencies that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Review Distribution Settings:
  
  Check the distribution settings in transaction KSV1 (for CO distribution) to ensure that the settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Technical Checks:
  
  If the issue persists, check the connection to the logical system using transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations) to ensure that the connection is active and functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search for notes related to KE165 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SALE - for logical system configuration.
  KOB1/KOB2 - for analyzing CO documents.
  SU53 - for checking authorization issues.
  SM59 - for checking RFC connections.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on CO distribution and logical system configuration.
  
  
  SAP Community: You can also check the SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the KE165 error message in your SAP system.